THURSDAY, JUNE 5 [top]
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| 1-10 p.m |
Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society) |
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3 -
4:30 p.m. |
Tell Your Hamilton Stories!
Kirkland Cottage
Stop by with memorabilia (photos, 35 mm slides, VHS or DVD video) you wish to talk about from your days at Hamilton and we will make an audio or video recording of your stories as part of our countdown to Hamilton's Bicentennial. We would like to create digital versions of your memorabilia for use in the Bicentennial celebration and beyond. |
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| 2 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
A Nature Walk in Root Glen
Led by Ernest Williams, the Leonard C. Ferguson Professor of Biology. Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center. |
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| 3 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
The Hamilton College Arboretum
A talk and tour led by Arboretum Director Terry Hawkridge. Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center. |
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| 3:30 p.m. |
Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall) |
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| 4:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Giants in the Earth:
A Guided Tour of Hamilton's Cemetery
A tour and talk by Hamilton Alumni Review Editor Emeritus Frank Lorenz. Meet at the College cemetery entrance between Bristol Center and Minor Theater. |
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| 6 p.m. |
Class of 1953 Dinner Program to honor Dean Winton Tolles*
Patricia and Winton Tolles Pavilion, Beinecke Student Activities Village |
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| 6-9 p.m. |
Buffet Supper for All Alumni*
The Little Pub |
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| 8 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Jazz Greats:
Recent Video Interviews from Hamilton's Jazz Archive
Discussion led by Monk Rowe, the Joe Williams Director of the Jazz Archive.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit) |
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| 9 p.m. |
Reception to Celebrate the Class of 1958 on their 50th Reunion
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing |
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FRIDAY, JUNE 6 [top]
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| 7-10 a.m. |
Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons |
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| 8 a.m. |
Annual Winton Tolles Golf Tournament
Yahnundasis Golf Club, 8639 Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford |
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9 a.m. -
10 p.m. |
Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society) |
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| 9:45 a.m. |
Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall) |
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| 10 a.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Changes in the Management of Breast Disease:
1958 to present
Presented by Winslow Professor of Chemistry George Shields.
Science Center G041 |
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| 10 a.m. |
Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi)
Meet at the front door to the building |
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| 10 a.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
The Hamilton College Arboretum
A talk and tour led by Arboretum Director Terry Hawkridge. Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center. |
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| 10:15 a.m. |
Class of 1953 Memorial Service
Chapel |
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| 11 a.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Giants in the Earth:
A Guided Tour of Hamilton's Cemetery
A tour and talk led by Hamilton Alumni Review Editor Emeritus Frank Lorenz. Meet at the College cemetery entrance between Bristol Center and Minor Theater. |
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| 11 a.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Assessing the Quality of Education
Join panelists Eric Hasseltine '58, Haskell Rhett '58 and Daniel Chambliss, the Eugene M. Tobin Distinguished Professor of Sociology, as they discuss excellence and value in education today.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027 |
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| 11 a.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Free Fall or Recovery:
The Current State of the U.S. Real Estate Market
Presented by David DeSantis '88, broker and owner, Tuft, Taylor & Rankin Sotheby's International Realty.
Science Center 3024 |
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Noon -
2 p.m. |
Lunch Buffet*
Soper Hall of Commons |
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12:30 -
2:30 p.m. |
Jazz Archive Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing |
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12:30 -
2:30 p.m. |
Diversity and Social Justice Project Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing |
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| 1 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Thinking about the Future:
Wealth Transfer Practices of Successful Families
A presentation by Julio Dolorico '88, of the private banking and investment group at Merrill Lynch.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027 |
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| 1:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
A Nature Walk in Root Glen
Led by Ernest Williams, the Leonard C. Ferguson Professor of Biology. Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center |
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| 1:45 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Genealogy 101:
An Introduction to Genealogy Research
Tom Davies '68 has been doing genealogy research for the last 10 years and will share what he has learned.
Science Center 3024 |
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| 2:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Protecting the Environment
Doug Chapman '58, the Fraser Riverkeeper in Vancouver, Canada, will discuss worldwide environmental advocacy.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027 |
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| 2:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Eve: The Mother of All Evil?
Doctoral candidate Julie Faith Parker '83 will present a thought-provoking, interactive lecture.
Science Center G042 |
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| 2:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Adventures in Advertising:
From Subtitles to Super Bowls
Roy Schecter '73 will entertain attendees with lively discussion and video clips.
Science Center 3040 |
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| 2:30 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Web 2.0: Professional Networking:
Why It's Useful and Where It's Heading
Dan Nye '88 will discuss the importance of professional networking in today's world. (Dan spoke on campus earlier this year, follow this link to learn more about the topic.)
Science Center G041 |
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| 3 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Media Violence and the Next Generation:
What our Children Really Learn
Join Rabbi Stephen Fuchs '68 as he explores the effects of media violence on our society. More ...
Science Center 3024 |
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3 -
4:30 p.m. |
Tell Your Hamilton Stories!
Kirkland Cottage
Stop by with memorabilia (photos, 35 mm slides, VHS or DVD video) you wish to talk about from your days at Hamilton and we will make an audio or video recording of your stories as part of our countdown to Hamilton's Bicentennial. We would like to create digital versions of your memorabilia for use in the Bicentennial celebration and beyond. |
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| 3:30 p.m. |
Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall) |
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| 3:30 p.m. |
Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi)
Meet at the front door to the building |
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| 4 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Newborn Care: Progress and Problems
A physician and teacher for nearly 50 years, John Driscoll '58 will present issues and answers.
Science Center G042 |
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| 4 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Admission 101:
A Workshop for Families Embarking on the College Search Process
Led by Director of Admission Lora Schilder.
Great Room, Siuda House |
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| 4 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
CANCELLED
Extraordinary Efforts: The American Red Cross
Kevin Brown '83 will present an overview on the how the Red Cross provides services to needy people everywhere.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027 |
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| 4 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
1968: Change the World
A panel consisting of Mike Berkowitz '68, Hal Higby '68, Stuart Horowitz '68 and Rick Petri '68. Moderated by Andy Rotter, the Charles A. Dana Professor of History at Colgate University.
Science Center G041 |
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| 4 p.m. |
Wine Tasting Session for Members of the Hamilton and Kirkland Class of 1973 and their guests
Conducted by Tommy Thompson '73
Backus House |
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| 5 -6 p.m. |
Cocktail Reception for Faculty and Alumni
Stop by and say "hello" to your favorite faculty members.
Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke Student Activities Village |
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| 6 p.m. |
Buffet Dinner for All Alumni*
Patricia and Winton Tolles Pavilion, Beinecke Student Activities Village |
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| 6 p.m. |
Memories of John Baldwin and Buffet Dinner for the Class of 1953*
An informal gathering for members of the Class of 1953 and others to share "Baldwin" stories and a meal.
Home of Barbara Starnes P'80, GP'11, 7095 College Hill Road, Clinton |
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| 6 p.m. |
Buffet Dinner for Members of the Class of 1958*
Hosted by Lesley and Joseph Urgo, dean of faculty.
Glen House
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| 6 p.m. |
Buffet Dinner for Members of the Class of 1963*
Home of Ellie Wertimer GP'06, 7140 College Hill Road, Clinton |
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| 6 p.m. |
Buffet Dinner for Members of the Hamilton and Kirkland Class of 1978*
Home of Andrew Conover Burns '78, 17 Chestnut Street, Clinton |
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| 6-8 p.m. |
Cocktail Reception for Members of the Class of 1993
A gift from the Ginty Family in memory of classmates and family members of classmates
Philip Spencer House |
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| 7-10 p.m. |
Big-Screen Video Games
C.A. Johnson 225 |
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| 8 p.m. |
Family Movie (PG)
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit) |
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| 8:30 p.m. |
REUNIONS '08 KEYNOTE ADDRESS
The Relevance of a Hamilton Education
Presented by Hamilton Trustee John Rice '78, vice president of General Electric and chairman and CEO, GE Infrastructure.
Chapel |
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| 9:30 p.m. |
Casual Gathering for the Class of 1998
The Little Pub |
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9:30 -
11 p.m. |
Emerson Gallery Opening Reception
Reciprocity
Featuring members of Hamilton's studio art faculty, current students and recent graduates. Sponsored by the Dean of Faculty's Office.
Emerson Gallery, Christian A. Johnson Hall |
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| 10 p.m. |
Late Night Party with Low Red Land
Formerly known as Sand Mountain Dragway and Great American, Low Red Land is a three-piece band featuring members from the Class of 2003: Mark Devito, Neil Thompson and Ben Thorne.
Soper Hall of Commons |
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10 p.m. -
2 a.m. |
Shuttle Service to the Village of Clinton
Pick-up and drop-off on the hour at The Little Pub.
Pick-up and drop-off on the half hour at the Village Tavern. |
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SATURDAY, JUNE 7 [top]
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| 7-10 a.m. |
Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons |
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8 a.m. -
5 p.m. |
Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society) |
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| 8 a.m. |
The Long Run
An Alumni cross country fun run named in honor of longtime Hamilton cross country and track coach Gene Long. Race distances are 2.1, 3.3 and 5.1 miles.
Steuben Field |
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| 8 a.m. |
First Annual Bicycle Ride through the Mohawk Valley
Riders of all experience levels are welcome; bring your bike and helmet and enjoy a leisurely 10+ mile ride with Professors Onno Oerlemans and Todd Rayne as your guides.
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall) |
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| 8:45 a.m. |
Baldwin Choir Rehearsal (male voices)
Chapel |
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| 9 a.m. |
Class of 1998 Breakfast Reception*
A continental breakfast reception and special tour of the Charlean and Wayland Blood Fitness and Dance Center
McKenna's Buff and Blue Café, Charlean and Wayland Blood Fitness and Dance Center |
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| 9 a.m. |
Guided Tour of Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall) |
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| 9 a.m. |
Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi)
Meet at the front door to the building |
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| 9:30 a.m. |
1963 Class Meeting
Lounge Area, Wertimer House
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| 9:30 a.m. |
Arboretum Breakfast and Information Session*
Join members of the Arboretum Advisory Committee led by Tom Succop '58 and former Hamilton Vice President Dan O'Leary P'92, '95, for breakfast. Arboretum Director Terry Hawkridge will give a brief overview of the College's Arboretum. This session is open to anyone interested in gardening, trees and in learning what is being done to maintain and preserve Hamilton's beautiful campus.
(breakfast will be available starting at 9 a.m.)
Dwight Lounge, Bristol Center |
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| 10:30 a.m. |
Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association
Half-Century Class Annalist's Letter and Presentation of Alumni Awards
Chapel |
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| Noon |
Reunion Parade
Assemble in front of the Chapel for the Reunion Parade led by the Bagpipes of the Mohawk Valley Frasers. |
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| 12:30 p.m. |
All-Alumni Cookout Featuring the Alumni All-Stars Jazz Band*
Tented area, Commons Quadrangle |
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1:30 -
10 p.m. |
Big-Screen Video Games
C.A. Johnson 225 |
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| 2 p.m. |
STATE OF THE COLLEGE ADDRESS
Presented by President Joan Hinde Stewart.
Chapel |
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| 2-4 p.m. |
Jazz Archive Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing |
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| 2-4 p.m. |
Diversity and Social Justice Project Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing |
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| 3 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
A Sustainable Hamilton — The Physical Plant of the Future
Steve Bellona, associate vice president for facilities and planning, will discuss facility development and sustainability on the Hamilton campus.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027 |
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| 3 p.m. |
ALUMNI COLLEGE
Analyzing the 2008 Election
Presented by Phil Klinkner, the James S. Sherman Professor of Government and associate dean of students for academic affairs, and Professor of Government Ted Eismeier.
Science Center G041 |
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| 3 p.m. |
Class of '93 Field Games
Pavilion area behind Babbitt and adjacent to Minor Field |
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| 3 p.m. |
GOLD Olympiad
Sponsored by the Class of 2003
Fun, field games and some friendly competition among Graduates Of the Last Decade.
Area adjacent to Steuben Field |
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| 3 p.m. |
Alumni and Faculty Book Signing
Lobby area, Bristol Center |
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| 3 p.m. |
Hamilton and Kirkland Class of 1978 Memorial Service
Join the Class of 1978 in a celebration of the lives of departed classmates through song, prayer, poetry and music. Meet at the College cemetery entrance between Bristol Center and Minor Theater
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| 3-4 p.m. |
Athletic Department Open House and Reception
Stop by, say "hello" to your former coaches and meet the new members of the Athletic Department team.
McKenna's Buff and Blue Café, Charlean and Wayland Blood Fitness and Dance Center |
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| 3-4 p.m. |
Annual Meeting of Theta Delta Chi
Assembly Room, Bristol Center |
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3 -
4:30 p.m. |
Tell Your Hamilton Stories!
Kirkland Cottage
Stop by with memorabilia (photos, 35 mm slides, VHS or DVD video) you wish to talk about from your days at Hamilton and we will make an audio or video recording of your stories as part of our countdown to Hamilton's Bicentennial. We would like to create digital versions of your memorabilia for use in the Bicentennial celebration and beyond. |
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| 4 p.m. |
Friends of Bill W. Meeting
Penney Room, Bristol Center |
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| 4 p.m. |
Class of 1988 Gathering at the Harding Farm
3781 Harding Road, Clinton
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| 4 p.m. |
Alumni Career Networking
Discussion tables will include education, finance, health care, law, non-profit, as well as a "how-to-research/prepare for graduate school." Co-sponsored by the classes of 1998 and 2003 and the Maurice Horowitch Career Center, this session is open to all classes, especially alumni from the classes of 2003, 1998 and 1993. Bring your business card and network with fellow alumni in your area of interest. And did we mention there is a beer tasting nearby?
Tented area on Commons Quadrangle |
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| 4 p.m. |
Saranac Beer Tasting
Tented area on Commons Quadrangle |
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| 4:15 p.m. |
Michael J. Cleary '03 Tree Planting and Portrait Unveiling
Area adjacent to Campus Road side of the Siuda House |
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| 4:45 p.m. |
Reunion Choir Rehearsal (mixed voices)
Chapel |
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| various times |
Reunion Class Dinners*
Dinner and cash bar. Locations available at registration |
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| 8:30 p.m. |
Continental Cabaret with the Alumni All-Stars Jazz Band
The band will delight one and all as Bob Abrams '53, Donn Andre '58, Gordy Bourns '58, Marty Frankel, Phil Mead '59, Bill Semple '68 and Dick Sherman '53 share their musical talents. The AASJB is one of the longest-playing college alumni jazz bands in America!
Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke Student Activities Village |
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|
| 9 p.m. |
Cappuccino Bar and Quiet Conversation
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society) |
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10 p.m. -
2 a.m. |
Shuttle Service to the Village of Clinton
Pick-up and drop-off on the hour at The Little Pub.
Pick-up and drop-off on the half hour at the Village Tavern. |
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|
| 10 p.m. |
Steak Nite Returns to the Hill
A band formed at the College in 1972, Steak Nite took its name from the cafeteria's "special" once-a-week meal. Band members Donald Fram '75, Jeb Guthrie '75, Bob Halligan '75 and Bob Sollinger '75 serve up their special meal of music for all to enjoy.
Soper Hall of Commons |
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SUNDAY, JUNE 8 [top]
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| 7-10 a.m. |
Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons |
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| 8:30 a.m. - noon |
Return room keys to registration headquarters
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society) |
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| 8:30 a.m. |
Joel Bristol Breakfast (by invitation only)
Samuel Eells House |
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| 9:15 a.m. |
Baldwin Choir Rehearsal (male voices)
Chapel |
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|
| 9:50 a.m. |
Reunion Choir Rehearsal (mixed voices)
Chapel |
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| 10:30 a.m. |
SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Memorial service with performances by the Baldwin and Reunion choirs.
Chapel |
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noon -
1:30 p.m. |
Reunions '08 Farewell Lunch*
Soper Hall of Commons |
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| * Cost to attend. See registration form for specifics. |
